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One of these suspects is guilty of MURDER. Who is it? Find out at the final weekend of Bullets over Boston, August 1st and 2nd at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown! BULLETS.PMRP.ORG

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Meet detective Samantha Spade. Her investigations begin this Friday in Bullets over Boston. BULLETS.PMRP.ORG

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Nick and Nora Charles return Friday for a two weekend run, along with detective Samantha Spade. Come out and. join in on the fun! BULLETS.PMRP.ORG

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The Post-Meridian Radio Players proudly present our Spring show…. 

DANGEROUS ADVENTURES!  

Come join the PMRP for three exciting ADVENTURE themed audio dramas performed LIVE in front of an audience in the style of old-time radio, with actors at microphones and live sound effects created by our foley artists!  

Featuring:

  • The Most Dangerous Game (Adapted by Jaimie Carlson. Directed by Jonathan Mendoza with Jaimie Carlson.). In Jaimie Carlson’s new adaptation of Richard Connel’s 1924 short story, a big-game hunter washes ashore on a mysterious island and winds up in another hunt — but this time as prey!

• Townies and Dragons: Barrel Full of Peril (Written and directed by Michael McAfee) In a land of high fantasy, four friends just want to get some drinks after work. But in a world of might and magic, adventure can happen at any time! This is the first episode in an original series.

• The Bonnie Tales of Captain Bellamy: Song of Trickery (Written by Robert J. LeBlanc and directed by Francine Davis). In this premiere episode, Captain Bellamy learns she has slipped in the pirate bounty rankings, and so decides to go after the rich bounty already claimed by her rival Captain Black Jack Malone! Can she best the notorious Black Jack? “The Bonnie Tales of Captain Bellamy: Song of Trickery” was first performed in 2022 in Portland, Maine, as part of Balderdash Academy’s On the Air! series.

PERFORMANCE DATES: April 25-26 and May 1-3 at 8:00pm and April 26, 2025, at 2:00pm (matinée)

Thursday, May 1st, is Pay-What-You-Can!

Location: Guild Church (formerly Boston Brunch Church), 204 Elm Street, Somerville

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Spring Show Auditions Open!

Date: Mon, Jan 28 and Tues, Jan 29 Location: Boston Brunch Church, 204 Elm St., Somerville

The time has come at last to audition for our spring shows, Filibus: The Mysterious Sky Pirate and Confidence Confidante, two exciting new scripts of intrigue and adventure! Might you become Filibus, expert thief and mistress of disguise? Her cunning mark, Leonora? Perhaps her nemesis, Inspector Hardy? Or might you be the right fit for Kate Warne, history-making undercover operative of the Pinkerton detectives? Fellow operative John Fox? Or the Southern belle Amelia Maroney? And as always, we're seeking intrepid individuals to design and perform our live Foley effects! To learn more about our shows and sign up for audition slots, check out our auditions page at http://pmrp.org/auditions/ !

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PMRP Spring Call for Directors

The Post-Meridian Radio Players are seeking directors for our upcoming spring show, a double-feature of suspense, disguise, and adventure! Our plays are: Confidence Confidant A short historical play about Kate Warne, real life's first female Pinkerton detective. Warne goes undercover to befriend...

The Post-Meridian Radio Players are seeking directors for our upcoming spring show, a double-feature of suspense, disguise, and adventure! Our plays are: Confidence Confidant A short historical play about the first female Pinkerton detective, who goes undercover to befriend the wife of a suspected embezzler and glean the evidence needed to close the case, and in doing so prove the value of women as detectives and law enforcement officers. Filibus, the Mysterious Sky Pirate An adaptation of a pulp-era silent film revolving around Filibus, a lady thief who uses gadgets, guile, and gender-bending disguises to con untold riches into her grasp. In this tale, Filibus seduces a wealthy antique collector for a priceless relic, all while turning the tables on her police inspector nemesis. If you're interested in learning more about the show and how to apply to direct, check out all of the info at the link. 

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Follow-Up Statement Re: Arisia Convention Performances

We at the Post-Meridian Radio Players have been closely following and discussing the steps that the Arisia leadership have been taking in recent days to repair their relationship with their fans and collaborators,. We recognize the changes in Executive Board membership and are encouraged by the ongoing policy review, as well as pleased that the 2019 convention location has been changed in support of the striking workers of the Westin Boston Waterfront. After careful consideration, we have come to the belief that the changes made thus far are meaningful, sincere, and executed in good faith.

We know that the conversation surrounding these issues is not over, and we will continue to listen for and take into account the wishes of those most directly affected by Arisia's past mistakes. However, for members of the Arisia fan community who look forward to our annual Arisia programming, we want you to know that in light of progress made, we intend to  perform at Arisia as planned, provided that the work to make good continues. We send our gratitude to our audience for bearing with us as we formulated our response. We wish the newly elected members of the Arisia Executive Board luck in moving Arisia towards a safer and more responsive future, and we look forward to building a healthy and productive working relationship with them.

Signed, The Post-Meridian Radio Players Steering Committee

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The Post-Meridian Radio Players present their remounting of last winter’s Santa Claus Conquers the Martians! After last year’s smashing success, the PMRP are pulling out even more stops for this year’s production with live Foley effects! If you missed us last year, or loved it and want to see it again, find all the details on our Facebook event page! https://www.facebook.com/events/292236108058502/

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Public Statement Re: Arisia Convention Performances

We at the Post-Meridian Radio Players are committed to supporting Crystal Huff following her bringing to light the deeply upsetting actions taken by Arisia leadership to shield and promote her assailant.

As a performance group, we have long appreciated our working relationship with the Arisia convention. That relationship ends immediately, unless the called-for changes in leadership take place.

We are hopeful that the complicit members of the Arisia executive board will do the right thing in stepping down, thereby enabling us and other performing arts groups to perform at the upcoming convention in good conscience. That said, if we must withdraw our programming, we are determined to find new avenues through which to reach the Arisia fan community, ones which we hope will be safer and better equipped to take warranted disciplinary actions.

Until then, we send our sympathy and support to Crystal Huff and the many members of the Arisia community (ourselves included) disappointed by the Arisia executive board and emotionally impacted by these proceedings.

Signed, The Post-Meridian Radio Players Steering Committee http://pmrp.org/node/243

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Cast Announcement - The Van Helsing Chronicles

Presenting the Cast for the Post-Meridian Radio Players’ Halloween 2018 mainstage show! Your Guide for the Evening!

Professor Abra Van Helsing ... Catherine Bromberg

The Beetle

Based on the Richard Marsh Novel

Adapted by Chris Chiampa

Directed by Amy Bennett-Zendzian with Assistant Director Rashi Verma

Sydney Atherton … Laura Corliss Marjorie Lindon… Emily Penta Paul Lessingham … Will Spreadbury The Beetle … Rajita Menon Robert Holt … Brian Edgar Foley … Stacie Lazane Stone

Dracula

Based on the Bram Stoker novel

Adapted and Directed by Liz Salazar

Count Dracula ... Michael Lin Mina Murray ... Kristen Heider Jonathan Harker ... Pieter Wallace Lucy Westenra ... Jackie Freyman Dr. Jack Seward ... Brandon Cyr Arthur Holmwood, Lord Godalming ... Keegan Hannon Quincey Morris ... Philip Pierre-Louis Mrs. Renfield ... Amy Bennett-Zendzian Mrs. Westenra and additional voices ... Kate Mahoney

Foley … Simone Agha Foley … Stephanie Blood Foley … Tori Queeno

Crew

Producer/House Manager … Chris DeKalb Foley Coordinator … Tori Queeno Sound Engineer … Jay Sekora Graphic Designer … Keisha Warriner Publicity Director … Michael Lin

You’ll be able to see our amazing performers for six performances from October 19 - 27.  And remember, at the final performance, we’ll have our annual costume contest (with prizes)!

Keep your eye on www.pmrp.org for more information.

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Robin Abrahams is delighted to make her PRMP debut in "The Premature Burial" as Dr. Mott, "a doctor of the mind," having previously played psychologists in Open Theatre Project's "Fear Project" and Flat Earth Theatre's "Blinders." #playalltheshrinks #goals

Offstage, Robin is best known for her real-life role as advice columnist Miss Conduct, appearing every Sunday in the Boston Globe magazine to solve your social dilemmas. Such as … What's an appropriate gift for newlyweds in a fixer-upper? When should you confront a friend about their odd obsession? How do you catch up on social trends after being buried … in your work … for far too long? Are practical jokes ever really funny?

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If you haven't seen it yet (or even if you have), you've got three more chances to experience Tomes of Terror: Lenore! This final weekend also features our favorite Halloween event- a costume contest on Saturday night! 

Along with a reading of Poe’s poem Lenore, Tomes of Terror: Lenore features three disturbing tales of ghosts, death, and revenge:

In the chilling story of Hurst of Hurstcote, an old friend’s visit to Hurstcote takes an unexpected turn when the lady of the house falls ill and her husband refuses to let her go. 

One man’s fear of being buried before his time leads to an obsession with just such cases in The Premature Burial. But no one could really fall victim to such a horrible fate- could they? 

In a land plagued by a greedy king, a visiting queen wants nothing more than to help the poor, starving people of the country in Hop Frog. However, Hop Frog has her own plans on how to exact revenge…

TONIGHT Thursday, October 26th, 2017 at 8:00PM (Pay What You Can Night)

Friday, October 27th, 2017 at 8:00PM

Saturday, October 28th, 2017 at 8:00PM (Costume Contest Night!)

You can make a reservation to pay at the door or buy tickets in advance at http://pmrp.org/tickets!

$15 general admission/$12 Students & Seniors 62+ We hope to see you there!

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Katie Speed (Trippetta) is excited to showcase her voice acting skills with PMRP, having already put them to use as Esther Roberts in the popular audiodrama podcast ars PARADOXICA. When not behind a microphone, Katie is a theatre teacher at UP Academy Oliver in Lawrence, MA. Thanks to her family for their love and support!

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The Post-Meridian Radio Players are proud to announce the cast and crew of Tomes of Terror: Lenore!

Our performance will begin with a reading of Edgar Allan Poe’s Lenore by Pieter Wallace.

And then we present three tales of gothic horror:

Hurst of Hurstcote

Adapted from the E. Nesbit tale by Liz Salazar

Directed by Liz Salazar

Bernice – Kristen Heider

John Hurst – Andrew Winson

Kate Hurst – Bri Lee Reese

Mr. Arden – Keegan Hannon

Foley – Anne-Marie Taylor

Foley – Rashi Verma

The Premature Burial

Adapted from the Edgar Allan Poe tale by Tegan Kehoe

Directed by Amy Lee Bennett-Zendzian

Dr. Bower – Brandon Cyr

Dr. Mott – Robin Abrahams

Singer – Mack Carroll

Ensemble – Catherine Quintana

Ensemble – Carol Sutherland

Ensemble – Chris Adams

Foley – Shaunna Francis

Foley – Jamie Lin

Hop Frog

Adapted from the Edgar Allan Poe tale by Christian Krenek

Directed by Eric McGowan

Queen Amicia – Laura Corliss

King Gulo – Brandon Cyr

Chancellor Stultividia – Katie Meyers

General Bello – Dan Burke

Hop Frog – Aisha Stewart

Trippeta – Katie Speed

Ensemble – Michael Lin

Ensemble – Chris Adams

Ensemble – Meg Wickham

Ensemble – Sue Downing

Ensemble – Naomi Hinchen

Foley – Grace Gist

Foley – Tegan Kehoe

Our Crew

Producer – Chris DeKalb

Stage Manager – Katie Aasland

Sound Designer – Grace Gist

Graphic Designer – Gilly Rosenthol

Sound Engineer – Nicole Egidio

Sound Board Op – Katie Schares

Publicity – Jaclyn Wilson

The show will open on October 20th with six performances through October 28th. There will be a costume contest on the Saturday Oct. 28th performance as well!

For more information please visit http://lenore.pmrp.org.

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Audition Today or Tomorrow for Tomes of Terror: Lenore!

There's still time to sign up for an audition slot for Tomes of Terror: Lenore! Tomes of Terror is back this Halloween to terrify you, mystify you, and chill you to the bone. Tomes of Terror: Lenore, is a frightful trilogy of gothic horror tales taking you to the depths of abandoned castles, vengeful maniacs and unquiet graves.

Auditions will be on Monday, August 7th (Today!) and Tuesday August 8th (Tomorrow!), with callbacks on Thursday August 10th if necessary. The play runs for six performances from October 20th-28th. Both auditions and performances are at Responsible Grace Church in Somerville’s Davis Square.

Parts are available for both voice parts and Foley artists, and beginners are most welcome! Visit http://pmrp.org/events/lenore/auditions to sign up!

PMRP presents shows in the style of the Golden Age of Radio with actors in front of microphones and live sound effects produced on stage.

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Foley/Sound Design Classes & Auditions for Tomes of Terror: Lenore!

Thanks to those of you who came out to Murders and Scandals over the last two weeks! The cast and crew had a great time performing for you, and we hope you also enjoyed yourselves. If seeing the shows got you excited about all things radio theatre, and you'd like to find out more about how to get involved, then you're in luck! The Post-Meridian Radio Players have two exciting opportunities coming up; please see below for more information:

Foley and Sound Design Class

Have you ever wanted to create the sounds in a play? Perhaps you want to create the gunshots, horse hooves and window shatterings that abound in theatre?

Well The Post-Meridian Radio Players are presenting a class on just that! Come by Responsible Grace Church on Saturday July 29th to find out if being a Sound Designer or a Foley artist is for you!

From Noon to 1pm we will be presenting an Introduction to Sound Design, going over what a Sound Designer does, where you get the sound files and what to do when you have them. It will be a good way for you to see if you’d like to pursue being a Sound Designer for a show.

Then from 2-4pm we will be presenting Foley 101.  Learn how to create sounds live on stage with a variety of tools! This will feature both discussion and a hands-on portion. This will give you a stress-free way to see if you’re interested in PMRP (or other audio groups) Foley roles.  

Attendees are welcome to attend either or both of the segments. It is a free class, although a box for donations is available if you feel so inclined.

Responsible Grace Church is at 204 Elm St. in Somerville.

Audition for Tomes of Terror: Lenore!

Tomes of Terror is back this Halloween to terrify you, mystify you, and chill you to the bone.! Tomes of Terror: Lenore, is a frightful trilogy of gothic horror tales taking you to the depths of abandoned castles, vengeful maniacs and unquiet graves.

Auditions will be on Monday, August 7th and Tuesday August 8th, with callbacks on Thursday August 10th if necessary. The play runs for six performances from October 20th-28th. Both auditions and performances are at Responsible Grace Church in Somerville’s Davis Square.

Parts are available for both voice parts and Foley artists, and beginners are most welcome! Visit http://pmrp.org/events/lenore/auditions to sign up!

PMRP presents shows in the style of the Golden Age of Radio with actors in front of microphones and live sound effects produced on stage.

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Meet the Cast and Crew!

Grace Gist (Foley, Murders; sound design) is suspected for perpetrating sonic shenanigans with these radio ruffians for the past year. Cited incidents include foley executed in last year’s summer mysteries, and sound design in both Tomes of Terror: Campfire Tales (fall ’16) and Peter Pan (spring ’17). She thoroughly denies these allegations, though she asks that no attention is paid to the sack of stray waveforms in the back corner.